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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Markushewski, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Edward Markushewski, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Markushewski graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL and completed his residency at University of Alabama Medical Center Program. Dr. Markushewski is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Markushewski’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Markushewski’s office at (256) 265-9889.
Where did Dr. Markushewski go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Alabama Medical Center Program
Medical School: Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL
Is Dr. Markushewski board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Edward Markushewski, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Markushewski speak?
Dr. Markushewski and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Markushewski treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Markushewski diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Markushewski. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Markushewski perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Edward Markushewski may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Markushewski's office.
Does Dr. Markushewski accept my insurance?
Dr. Markushewski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 265-9889 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Markushewski accept in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Markushewski in Huntsville, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Amtrust North America
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Plans
Medicare
Pan American Life
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Where is Dr. Markushewski's office located?
Dr. Edward Markushewski's Primary Practice
101 Sivley Rd SW
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 265-9889
What is Dr. Markushewski's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Markushewski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568457208.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Markushewski?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Markushewski
What is Dr. Edward Markushewski's specialty?
Dr. Markushewski is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Huntsville, AL. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Markushewski to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edward Markushewski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Markushewski is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Edward Markushewski accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?
Yes, Dr. Edward Markushewski is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Markushewski offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Markushewski's office at (256) 265-9889 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Markushewski?
Please contact Dr. Markushewski's office at (256) 265-9889 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Markushewski have?
Dr. Edward Markushewski is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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